October 14, 2025 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

Get to know SJO Volleyball Player Halle Brazelton

What do you think makes the team so successful?

Treating each other like family.

What is your favorite thing about volleyball and the team?

My favorite thing about volleyball is being able to play with friends and my favorite thing about the team is how we are really close.

Do you have any pre-game rituals?

I usually get a diet dr. Pepper before each game

What has been the most important thing Coach McDonald has taught you?

To be a better person on the court and off

What is the most challenging part about playing volleyball at SJO?

That we have really good athletes and fighting for a spot on the court.

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